Met Office Issues AMBER weather alert as ‘Storm Doris’ hits Flintshire – Updates

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales

This article is old - Published: Thursday, Feb 23rd, 2017

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18:50.12

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Doris and her weatherbomb” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]https://www.deeside.com/deeside-battered-storm-doris-weatherbomb/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]

16:38:11

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Storm Doris has died down after what has been perhaps one of the windiest days in recent times on Deeside.” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Data wise here’s how it all panned out, biggest recorded gust of wind was between 9-10am at 98km/h thats around 61mph.

Most of the damage we were made aware of happened in the early afternoon, constant wind speeds between 12 and 3pm measured between 42 and 44km/h

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16:15:07

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47868″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Doris got to this tree on Deeside Industrial Estate…” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Tree came a cropper Opposite the road from Russell IPM on Deeside Industrial Estate – thanks to Kieran for emailing it over – <[email protected]>

15:50:10

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Dock Road in Connah’s Quay – quite a bit of damage to roofs reported from here. ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

The building opposite my works has just had its roof blown off ?#stormdorris #deeside pic.twitter.com/Dr33bfXqZ2

— Joshua Cleave (@JoshuaC_Film) February 23, 2017

@DeesideDotCom roof blown off gym on dock road pic.twitter.com/9V9uIZ3Q5X
— Chris Hughes (@Chr15_H_) February 23, 2017

15:34:16
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Deeside AM Carl Sargeant looks to be in the market for a new shed… ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Windy #DorisDay has managed to flat pack my shed! Similar to how it arrived . Oh and the fence panel ! ? pic.twitter.com/RHBHQNqLJG
— Carl Sargeant (@carlsargeant1) February 23, 2017

15:16:44
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Looks like the power will be back on for Hawarden Estate Farm Shop which was hit by a power cut due to damaged lines” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:26px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Hurrah for @ScottishPower team fixing the power cables that #Doris took down this morning. Sausage rolls by way of thanks once we’re open⚡️ pic.twitter.com/7rj055W0gD
— Hawarden Farm Shop (@HawardenEstate) February 23, 2017

14:52:24
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47781″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Winds from Storm Doris will begin to calm down from about 6ish” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]According to the Met Office aviation forecast (we like to use these!)

Between 4pm and 6pm we will still a North westerly wind bring very strong gusts up to around 45mph.

Between 6pm and 8pm the forecast is for gusts of around 35mph.

14:33:43
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Thelwall remains closed, but police say they are hoping for a change in the wind speed shortly (aren’t we all) pic.twitter.com/cniszO05jQ
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

14:31:51
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Doris taking no prisoners in Ewloe” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Doris causing devastation in Ewloe! #DailyMailLoveit #doris #wind pic.twitter.com/WBqwOizAJG
— Tim McCarthy (@Tim_Mac82) February 23, 2017

13:32:42
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47856″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Video and images via Facebook of a lorry which went over earlier in Deeside” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]

13:27:27
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47781″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Here’s what Doris looks like from space – satellite image showing her moving eastwards across the UK” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

View #StormDoris from space with this satellite image showing her moving eastwards across the UK pic.twitter.com/Oa3ELPaMBj
— Met Office (@metoffice) February 23, 2017

13:06:04
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Roofs have blown of garages in Mold…” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Joanne sent us these pictures on twitter of garage roofs which have blown off in the wind..

@DeesideDotCom garages roofs blown off in mold pic.twitter.com/eCIG1f8RsZ
— joanne edwards (@snapshotjo) February 23, 2017

13:00:50
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Update on wind – its all about the gusts… measured at the Hawarden weather station.” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Strongest gusts of wind recorded locally were at 10am (so far!) at 98kmh/61mph Ave wind speed currently around 42kmh with gusts of 70kmh. Forecast to drop off from around 5pm.

12:32:06
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”An update on the latest fallen tree/traffic situation around Flintshire” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

TREE DOWN: A541 both ways blocked due to fallen tree between Dingle Road (Ffordd Y Glyn) and A5104. pic.twitter.com/TX64cmsJcw
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

TREE DOWN: Nant Eos both ways blocked due to fallen tree between Lon Goed and Moor Lane pic.twitter.com/6SbDj9Wx5k
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

TREE DOWN: Leaches Lane both ways blocked due to fallen tree between Hawarden Way and B5129 Chester Road / Rectors Lane pic.twitter.com/dRARyrQsEW
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

TREE DOWN: A5119 Soughton partially blocked due to fallen tree around Raikes Lane. pic.twitter.com/HFzcn1GjX0
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

TREE DOWN: A541 Nannerch partially blocked due to fallen tree around B5121. pic.twitter.com/LC8KKmAQb5
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

RTC Holywell: A5026 Holway Road partially blocked due to accident between Moor Lane and Wedgewood Heights. Traffic is coping well pic.twitter.com/iiTfwfwfGM
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

FALLEN TREE: A548 Llannerch-Y-Mor Westbound partially blocked due to fallen tree at Hafod-Y-Ddol Road. pic.twitter.com/Gb2keT7Gpq
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

TRAFFIC: Traffic light failure on Pinfold Lane at A494 Mold Road. Traffic is coping well. pic.twitter.com/IciWAgBoJY
— Deeside.com (@DeesideDotCom) February 23, 2017

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]11:53:06[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Accident in Queensferry” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Update: Just been told by Sam on Fb “No horses in the trailers. They were all new from factory I’m guessing by passing by”

Update: Ambulance service say they have not been called to it. Stationary traffic and a long delay westbound…

One lane blocked and queueing traffic due to accident, a lorry and a horse box involved on A494 Westbound between A548 Sealand Road / B5441 Welsh Road (Drome Corner) and A550 Gladstone Way / B5129 Chester Road (Queensferry / Sandycroft Turn Off). Lane one (Of two) is blocked by the collision, which is located near the bridge over the River Dee.

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]11:41:09[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47842″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Trampolines have become a modern day wind hazard. ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]This one has just gone flying through Aston Park.

@DeesideDotCom pic.twitter.com/q2IW1cbdA0
— Richard Anthony (@tricky0611) February 23, 2017

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]11:26:38[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47802″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Latest advice from Arriva trains is “Do Not Travel“ Trains canceled from Shotton to Bidston and Wrexham” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

⚠ SERVICE UPDATE : Passengers are advised NOT TO TRAVEL unless absolutely necessary https://t.co/7CKBEDeThi #StormDoris ⚠ pic.twitter.com/ex1R209Spo
— Arriva Trains Wales (@ArrivaTW) February 23, 2017

Trains from Shotton to Bidston and Wrexham are cancelled

UPDATE FRON ARRIVA:

The following routes are closed:

Llandudno Junction – Blaenau Ffestiniog

Shrewsbury – Birmingham International via Wolverhampton

Wrexham Central – Bidston

Machynlleth – Shrewsbury

Road transport is extremely limited and local road conditions may mean road transport will be unable to reach all stations. Further routes served by Arriva Trains Wales could be affected in the coming hours. Passengers are advised NOT TO TRAVEL unless absolutely necessary

Passengers may use their tickets dated Thursday 23rd February for travel on the services of London Midland, Virgin Trains and Cross Country. Additionally, customers who wish to defer travel to later trains on Thursday or postpone travel until Friday are able to do so – existing tickets will still be valid
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11:16:31
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Damage reported in Shotton . ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]We’ve had reports of slates flying off roofs, fencing down and at least one tree damaged in Shotton.

10:40:17
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47833″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Chester Zoo closed due to Doris – but you probably weren’t going today anyway. ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

*STORM DORIS*
Due to the extreme adverse weather conditions the zoo will be closed today (Thurs 23 Feb)

More info: https://t.co/ooHu7pvLvW

— Chester Zoo (@chesterzoo) February 23, 2017

The Zoo Is Closed – statement on their website says:

Due to the extreme adverse weather conditions the zoo will be closed today (Thursday 23 February).
Anyone who has pre-booked tickets for today will automatically receive a full refund. We advise that you keep hold of your ticket or confirmation email as it will remain valid for a free visit on a date of your choice during 2017.

If you would like to speak with a member of our team please contact us on 01244 380280 or via [email protected].

We apologise for any inconvenience caused but visitor safety and animal welfare is our absolute priority.

All of our animals are safely tucked up and are being cared for by our expert keepers.

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*STORM DORIS*
Due to the extreme adverse weather conditions the zoo will be closed today (Thurs 23 Feb)

More info: https://t.co/ooHu7pvLvW

— Chester Zoo (@chesterzoo) February 23, 2017

The Zoo Is Closed – statement on their website says:

If you would like to speak with a member of our team please contact us on 01244 380280 or via [email protected].

We apologise for any inconvenience caused but visitor safety and animal welfare is our absolute priority.

All of our animals are safely tucked up and are being cared for by our expert keepers.

*STORM DORIS*
Due to the extreme adverse weather conditions the zoo will be closed today (Thurs 23 Feb)

More info: https://t.co/ooHu7pvLvW

— Chester Zoo (@chesterzoo) February 23, 2017

The Zoo Is Closed – statement on their website says:

If you would like to speak with a member of our team please contact us on 01244 380280 or via [email protected].

We apologise for any inconvenience caused but visitor safety and animal welfare is our absolute priority.

All of our animals are safely tucked up and are being cared for by our expert keepers.

10:32:02
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47829″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Flintshire Bridge has been closed due to high winds” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Greenfield Household Recycling Centre closed until further notice in interest of public safety due to high winds.
— Flintshire Council (@FlintshireCC) February 23, 2017

10:24:05
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47825″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Trees down in Neston as huge gusts now start to hit” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Receiving several reports of trees down in Neston and surrounding area. Please take extra care while driving pic.twitter.com/FrIoBcagoe
— EllesmerePort Police (@PoliceEport) February 23, 2017

10:13:29
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47829″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Flintshire Bridge has been closed due to high winds” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Flintshire Bridge (A548, at Connah’s Quay) closed from 10:15am until further notice due to high winds.
— Flintshire Council (@FlintshireCC) February 23, 2017

10:05:13
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47827″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Not a great day for flying, well landing and taking off…” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Wind getting stronger with gusts of 45 kt reported at Manchester Airport says @Airlivenet

LIVE Wind getting stronger with gusts of 45 kt reported at Manchester Airport. Watch live on https://t.co/pvXE9CRKq6 #stormdoris pic.twitter.com/PgartDrmro
— AIRLIVE (@airlivenet) February 23, 2017

10:05:13
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47825″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Problems in Cheshire – wind knows no borders.. ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

We are taking numerous calls about trees down in roads across the county; please take extra care when out #StormDoris
— Cheshire Police (@cheshirepolice) February 23, 2017

10:01:28
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#stormdoris #Apocalyptic scenes in #Hawarden #Flintshire as table cover blown into an untidy ball, & my umbrella cover is wobbling #BBQTime pic.twitter.com/O6oQDyYhzO
— matthew jeffery (@magjtk421) February 23, 2017

09:49:28
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Latest weather update from the Hawarden weather station” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Gusts recorded at 83 kmh in the last hour 51mph but significant upsurge in gusts in last 10 minutes, expected to peak at around 70mph strong enough to cause damage to trees and buildings.

09:43:27
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47804″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Not that you will be travelling this way, will you? good pic though” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

Avoid the B4545 near Treaddur Bay golf club. ROAD IS BLOCKED due to fallen trees! pic.twitter.com/dmRSN4MjVZ
— PC Les Ellis (@NWPLesEllis) February 23, 2017

09:36:42
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If you come across fallen trees in the road please report to your local council. #stormDoris #staysafe
— North Wales Fire (@NorthWalesFire) February 23, 2017

Please make sure that you secure garden furniture and trampolines in this weather #stormDoris #staysafe
— North Wales Fire (@NorthWalesFire) February 23, 2017

08:32:33
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47802″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”UPDATE Trains delayed/cancelled between Wrexham and Bidston” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Due to a tree blocking the railway between Caergwrle and Penyffordd all lines are blocked.

Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes. Disruption is expected until 10:00 23/02.

08:04:23
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47802″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Trains delayed/cancelled between Wrexham and Bidston” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Arriva say trains between Wrexham, Shotton and Bidston have been cancelled or are being delayed due to a tree blocking the line

The following train services may be cancelled or delayed due to a tree blocking the railway

The 08:32, 09:32, 10:32, 11:32, 12:32, 13:32, 14:32, 15:32, 16:32, 17:45 and 19:48.

It appears trains will no longer call at Neston, Heswall, Upton and Bidston.

It will be starting late from Wrexham Central.

Arriva say:

We are sorry for the disruption this will cause you.

If your train journey has been delayed you may be entitled to compensation. Please keep your ticket to accompany any claim. For more information please visit www.arrivatrainswales.co.uk/contactus where you can claim online, or pick up a form from your nearest ticket office.

To download the FREE ATW Tickets app for journey planning tools, real-time train service information and the ability to buy and store selected train tickets on your Smartphone
visit http://app.arrivatrainswales.co.uk

For live journey information about our network and services visit www.arrivatrainswales.co.uk/check[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”1px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_empty_space height=”34px”][vc_column_text]

07:37:25
[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47804″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Britannia Bridge closed to all traffic” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]For those heading that way today:

#BritanniaBridge now closed to ALL vehicles due to the high winds. @TrafficWalesN diverting vehicles to #MenaiBridge #StaySafe #stormdoris
— North Wales Police (@NWPolice) February 23, 2017

07:32:53

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47802″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Arriva Trains Wales are expecting disruption to services ” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]

They say:

High winds brought in by “Storm Doris” are expected to affect many parts of Wales and Central England during Thursday 23rd February 2017. As a result, for safety reasons trains will have to run at reduced speed on the following routes:

Holyhead – Llandudno Junction (via Bangor)
Aberystwyth – Caersws (via Machynlleth)
Pwllheli – Machynlleth
Fishguard Harbour / Milford Haven / Pembroke Dock – Llanelli (via Carmarthen)
Shrewsbury – Birmingham Interational (via Wolverhampton & Birmingham New Street)

Passengers are advised to expect delays to their services and / or cancellations. Please allow extra time for your journey and check timetabled services regularly.

ATW services between Aberystwyth / Holyhead / Shrewsbury and Birmingham International, will terminate and start at Wolverhampton for a period from mid-morning until mid-afternoon – please check updates on the ATW website.

Passengers may use their tickets for travel on the services of London Midland, Virgin Trains and Cross Country.
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07:25:18

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”No issues on the roads as yet” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Roads around Deeside and heading out in both directions are all ok at the moment, heavy rain over the M56 is threatened to flood parts of the carriageway we’ve been told by somebody who has just driven but no more of an issue than usual

06:34:34

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47791″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Strong winds and rain begin to batter the region” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Gusts of up to 45mph have been recorded in the last hour at Hawarden as Storm Doris heads inland from the Atlantic.

Winds of up to 80mph are being forecast for North Wales and an unprecedented AMBER weather alert from the met office is in place until 8pm tonight.

[icon name=”exclamation-triangle” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] A guide to Met Office weather warnings.

Gusts of 72mph have been recorded so far at Aberdaron on the Gwynedd coast.

the Met Office are warning of “Damage to structures, interruptions to power supplies and widespread disruption to travel networks”

Flintshire Bridge is expected to close later today.

02:15:50

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”47781″ img_size=”60×60″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_separator color=”custom” style=”dotted” border_width=”2″ accent_color=”#a5a5a5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Met Office Latest” font_container=”tag:div|font_size:24px|text_align:left|color:%23000000|line_height:22px” google_fonts=”font_family:Arimo%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text]Valid from:
06:00 on Thu 23 Feb 2017

Valid to:
20:00 on Thu 23 Feb 2017

Some very strong winds are expected on Thursday in association with storm Doris with gusts of 60-70 mph likely, and 70-80 mph on coasts and hills.

Whilst the strongest winds look to be only short-lived, damage to structures, interruptions to power supplies and widespread disruption to travel networks are likely, with a danger of injury from flying debris. Trees are also likely to be damaged or blown over.

Heavy rain is also likely through Thursday as well as some snow over high ground as the system clears eastwards. These may prove additional hazards.

Link: Met Office Website

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